Hayward Scott Smith
February 21, 1944 – September 5, 2025
Hayward Scott Smith was born February 21, 1944, in Weston, LA. Hayward passed from this world on September 5, 2025, from complications following an accident. He was 81 years old.
He was preceded in death by his parents, N.D. Smith and Lorene Wyatt Smith; brother, Duncan Smith; & brother-in-law, Ronald Dubois.
He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Janet Nolan Smith; children, Scott Smith (Denise Arnold Smith), Amy Smith Miller (Doug Miller), Brian Smith, & Chad Smith; sisters, Edna Smith Peters (Delwin Peters), Edith Smith Dubois; & sister-in-law, Marcia Schmidt Smith. He was blessed with 10 grandchildren & 15 great-grandchildren.
Hayward & Janet were residents of Weston until 1982, when Hayward closed his brick contractor business and relocated the family to Sulphur, La. He began a 28-year career as an operator at Westlake Polymers. Upon his retirement, he & Janet began an adventure, building a home on Toledo Bend Lake. Hayward could be seen fishing just about every morning before dawn. When he wasn’t fishing at the lake, he would be busy working his garden, which could just about feed Jackson Parish.
In the fall & winter, hunting was his passion. He passed this passion for the outdoors along to his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews & many friends. Hayward loved to provide fresh vegetables, fish, venison & fudge to anyone he met. He had a true servant heart for anyone in need & set a Christ-like example with his life. He served as a Deacon at First Baptist Church of Jonesboro.
Friends may visit with the family on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at Ebenezer Baptist Church near Weston, LA, from 4:30 PM until 8:00 PM. The funeral service will begin at 10:00 AM on Friday, September 12, at Ebenezer Baptist Church with Bro. Chris Lee and Bro. Mike Staples is officiating. Burial will follow in the Ebenezer Cemetery under the direction of Southern-Edmonds Funeral Home of Jonesboro.
Serving as pallbearers will be Chad Smith, Kase Smith, Ben Suarez, Kody Smith, Ian Smith, Will Lemons, Rob Dubois, and Nicky Smith. Honorary pallbearers will be Charles Walker, Cliff Royer, Ed Roberts, Johnny Peel, Jack Reeves, Odell Deville, Dennis Daniels, Joe Natali, Clint Lafleur, Richard Lowery, Scott Sumpter, Dennis McGaha, Darrell Womack, and Stephen Watts.
Bobbie Nell Terral Savage
May 7, 1930 – September 7, 2025
Funeral Services for Bobbie Nell Terral Savage of Farmerville, LA, will be held at 10:00 A.M., Saturday, September 13, 2025, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville, LA. Bro. Chris Cook will officiate. Interment will follow at Liberty Taylor Cemetery in Farmerville, LA, under the care and direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Visitation will be at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA, from 9:00 A.M. until 10:00 A.M. on Saturday, September 13, 2025.
Bobbie was born on May 7, 1930, in Downsville, LA, and went to meet her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 7, 2025. She was the second of ten children of Robert Lee (Bob) Terral and Geneva Allen Terral. Bobbie graduated from Downsville High School, Class of 1947. She received a B.A. Degree in Education from ULM. Bobbie retired after twenty-eight years of teaching at Claiborne Elementary School in Ouachita Parish. After retirement, Bobbie volunteered for the Glenwood Hospital Auxiliary.
Two weeks after graduation from high school, Bobbie married Wilks Lenard (Tinker) Savage. They were married for fifty-four years and had four children, Steve, Ronnie, Gary, and Tammy. After they both retired, Bobbie and Tinker were able to do lots of traveling. Every fall, they would go to Wyoming for Tinker to hunt. Bobbie would read and do needlework. Tinker was a builder, and together they built five of their own houses together. Bobbie also enjoyed many trips with church seniors and their “lunch bunch.” Bobbie was a member of WFR Church of Christ, and she passed her love of the Lord on to her children, all of whom are members of the church. Her many loves included: the Lord, church, family, flowers, quilting, reading, and gardening. She was a member of the Tuesdays Bees Quilting Group and the N.L.Q.A., serving as president. She made quilts for all her children, grandchildren, and many great-grandchildren. Another of Bobbie’s favorite pastimes was writing in her daily journal, capturing moments she spent with friends and family. And, if you were one of the lucky ones, you received one of Bobbie’s cards or letters.
Bobbie was preceded in death by her parents, Robert Lee (Bob)and Geneva Terral; husband, Wilks L. (Tinker) Savage; brothers Robert Lee (Buster) Terral, Jordan (Jock) Terral, Tom Terral, and Bill Terral; sisters Daisie Livingston, Tiny Mae Terral; great-grandchildren William Savage, Savanah Savage, and Elizabeth Glory Savage.
Survivors include: sons, Steve (Sandy) Savage, Ronnie (Tonie) Savage, Gary (Jennifer) Savage; daughter, Tammy (Mike) Pitts; brother, Charles (Pat) Terral; sisters, Sue (Buddy) Goodwin, Sammy Beuscher; sister in law, Ruth Terral; grandchildren, Casey (Cheryl) Savage, Krystle Savage, Kristy (Troy) Slavant, Angie (Jason) Raley, Ronny (Kirsten) Savage, Paul Densomre, Dusty Savage, Sarah Nell Terry, Rebekah Lee Savage (Robert Buner), Thomas (Rebekah Joy) Savage, Heath (Rebecca) Williams, Frankie (Jennifer) Christman, Liz (Dave) Hickmott, and Anna Watts; twenty-three great-grandchildren, six great-great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews and friends.
Pallbearers will be Frankie Christman, Daniel Dyess, Casey Savage, Dusty Savage, Ronny Savage, Thomas Savage, Cooper Williams, and Heath Williams.
Bobbie’s absence leaves a void in the lives of those who loved her. The family appreciates the prayers during this difficult time.
Randell “Randy” Earl Alexander
January 7, 1945 – September 6, 2025
Randell “Randy” Earl Alexander, age 80, of Choudrant, Louisiana, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at 6:00 p.m., surrounded by his loving family in the comfort of his home.
Born on January 7, 1945, in Quitman, Louisiana, Randy was the son of the late James Earl Alexander and Mary Evelyn Crawford Alexander. A man of deep faith, he was a longtime member of Temple Baptist Church. Randy pursued his education with excellence, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Business from Louisiana Tech University. While attending Northeast Louisiana University (NLU), he proudly played on the basketball team. He went on to build a successful career as the owner of Alexander Contractors, where his strong work ethic and integrity left a lasting mark.
Beyond his professional life, Randy gave generously to his community. He was active in both the Kiwanis Club and the Lions Club, where he was honored as Lion of the Year in 1978. His love of aviation led him to become a licensed pilot and flight instructor, where he shared his passion by teaching the very first aviation class at Louisiana Tech University. A highlight of his flying career came in 1998, when his brother Rodney arranged for him to have the unforgettable honor of flying an F-16 fighter jet, an experience he treasured for the rest of his life.
Randy is survived by the love of his life and wife of 58 years, Patsy Patton Alexander; his children, Robin Alexander Harris (husband John), Richie Alexander (wife Nina), and Roger Alexander (wife Robin); his brother, Rodney Alexander (wife Nancy); and his sister, Rita Johns (husband Paul).
He leaves behind a cherished legacy through his grandchildren: MacKenzie Harris Riley (husband Austin), Alex Harris, Zach Alexander (wife Anna-Rose), Austin Alexander, Allie Alexander Spell (husband Joe), Dustin Alexander (wife Jessie), Cassidy Alexander Canady (husband Slade), and Michael Jowers. He was also blessed with great-grandchildren: Mary-Maxie Alexander, Bess Marie Alexander, Luna Betts Canady, Colton Alexander, and Waylon Alexander. In addition, he is survived by close family friends Jay, Melissa, and Kathryn Melancon, who shared many special moments with him and his family. Randy’s family would like to express their deepest gratitude to his dedicated caregivers, Darlene Broomfield, Kim Johnson, and Bobbie Goodjoint, who faithfully cared for him over the past three years, as well as to the compassionate team at Caring Hands Hospice for their support and guidance.
He will be remembered for his unwavering faith, his devotion to family, his love of flight and adventure, and his tireless service to his community. Randy also had a sweet tooth and never turned down dessert, a simple joy that always brought a smile to his face and to those around him. His legacy lives on in the many lives he touched.
Services to honor Randy’s life was held on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at Temple Baptist Church in Ruston, Louisiana under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston. A graveside service followed at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Ruston, Louisiana.